Roam Wales
Roam Wales
4.5
Historical & Heritage ToursSightseeing ToursPrivate ToursDay Trips
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Roam Wales is South Wales’ leading independent, award-winning tour company, offering an unrivalled range of tours, departing from central Cardiff. Join us to create lifelong memories, taking in castles steeped in history, stunning scenery, breathtaking beaches and the places and people that make South Wales truly unique. Enjoy year-round sightseeing tours in a range of dedicated vehicles, for group and private tours, appealing to families, groups and independent travellers alike. Discover world famous attractions as well as local secrets; an unforgettable experience delivered with passion by a knowledgeable, friendly guide.
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lifetravelernow
Cincinnati, OH102 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
We took a van day trip from Cardiff to see the Gower Coast which included Swansea, Worms Head, Caswell, Langland and Rossili Bays and Mumbles. Our van driver and tour guide, Frederico, did an outstanding job with all aspects of the tour. The pacing was good with well timed stops that had opportunities for site seeing, getting a snack or lunch, restrooms and walks. There were 8 people in our group. The countryside is beautiful and the seaside areas are amazing. We were lucky to see the wild ponies which were amazing as they just amble along the coast roaming freely. This was the perfect 8 hour tour to experience some of the Welsh coast in an easy, comfortable way!
Written 6 September 2024
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glazer555
Los Angeles, CA39 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
We had an excellent tour to Swansea and the Gower coast in Wales with Federico as our guide. He was right on time for our pickup in a very comfortable van with seating for 8. Federico is a very personable, kind and friendly person who regaled us with history and facts about Wales. The tour was not rushed and he made sure we knew where we were going at all the free time spots. Highly recommended!
Written 4 September 2024
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mjkataylor
Exeter, CA5 contributions
Apr 2018 • Couples
We took both private tours. Both were very enjoyable. Our guide, Jim, was friendly, knowledgeable, and allowed us to take time to see what we wished. The Wye Valley Tour would be interesting to school age children, especially the Roman settlement at Caerleon and Chepstow Castle. The Pembrokeshire tour involves long driving times and would not be as interesting to children. We travelled midweek the end of April, which Jim said was the best time to come as there were few other tourists.
Written 20 April 2018
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Hi mjkataylor,
You chose an excellent time of year to take the private tours that you did, just before the height of the season in Wales. We're delighted to hear you and your guest had a great time with us. Jim will be pleased to hear your feedback when we pass it on. Thank you very much for your review.
Written 24 June 2018
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LarryRHP
Nashville, TN13 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
We took the castles, mountains, and more tour and thoroughly enjoyed it. Chris, our driver was informative and interesting. The scenery was beautiful, although Chris said our bright sunshiny day was not always characteristic of Wales. We enjoyed the castles and mountains, but what made the tour special was the information and stories that Chris told. He was experienced and professional. Thanks for a wonderful time.
Written 23 October 2016
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Hello Larry
Thanks very much for your review. I'm pleased to hear you had an enjoyable experience with us on your tour and it's particularly good to hear your feedback about your guide. We will make sure this is passed on to him directly. Thanks for choosing Roam Wales and for taking the time to leave a review.
Written 28 June 2017
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Pat M
Caloundra, Australia17 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
Spent the past 2 days with Chris who was a very friendly informative good driver/guide. We did a trip to Swansea and Gower and the next day a trip to Big Pit Abergavenny etc. enjoyed it all and would definitely recommend to our friends.
Written 25 August 2016
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Hello Pat
Thanks very much for your review. It's pleasing to hear that your enjoyed your tours with us and thank you for your positive feedback about your guide, Chris. We will make sure your feedback is passed on to him. Thanks for taking the time to leave a review and for choosing to travel with us.
Written 28 June 2017
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NYodo
15 contributions
Jun 2022
Great tour! Our tour guide, Jim, was very knowledgable and friendly. The tour was diverse in terms of activities and provided everything that's in the tour's name - castles, mountains, and more (a visit to a very lovely small town).
Written 5 June 2022
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Lucas França
London, UK10 contributions
Truly a wonderful visit to Caerphilly castle with a very funny guide! Many amazing stories about Wales told along the way.
Written 31 May 2021
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Monika
4 contributions
Mar 2020 • Solo
Had a great day with a wonderful guide. Try to go a bit “off-peak-season” as the travel company is small. Lots of time to ask questions and walk around all the sights you visit.
This tour takes you to some of the key spots in (in my case only South) Wales and gives you an idea of what more Wales has to offer.
Great value for money and I would warmly recommend it to anyone.
This tour takes you to some of the key spots in (in my case only South) Wales and gives you an idea of what more Wales has to offer.
Great value for money and I would warmly recommend it to anyone.
Written 15 March 2020
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review Moniek, absolute pleasure to have you on tour with us and have such a great day.
[Hector]
Written 18 March 2020
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Dakota
Toronto, Canada10 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
My husband and I were interested in seeing castles while on our trip to Wales and found this tour initially through VisitBritian.
The day of our tour we were promptly greeted by Jim and set off after a brief introduction and itenerary of the day. Jim was full of all sorts of useful facts and information about not only the castles we would be seeing that day, but also about the journey between them.
While we appreciated his directions on were best to save money while touring around we were somewhat disappointed that we were only able to walk through one out of the three castles listed on the tours webpage. Overall, it was a great day and just means we will have to come back to further explore Wales. Thank you Roam Wales for the wonderful introduction to your beautiful country!
The day of our tour we were promptly greeted by Jim and set off after a brief introduction and itenerary of the day. Jim was full of all sorts of useful facts and information about not only the castles we would be seeing that day, but also about the journey between them.
While we appreciated his directions on were best to save money while touring around we were somewhat disappointed that we were only able to walk through one out of the three castles listed on the tours webpage. Overall, it was a great day and just means we will have to come back to further explore Wales. Thank you Roam Wales for the wonderful introduction to your beautiful country!
Written 29 May 2019
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Hello
Thank you for your review and I'm pleased that you and your husband enjoyed your recent tour with us. It's great to hear your comments about your driver guide, Jim - I will ensure these are passed on to him. Thanks for the feedback regarding the castles on the tour. We will take this on board and see if we can be clearer in communicating this on our website.
Thanks again for taking the time to leave a review and for choosing Roam Wales.
Kind regards
Hector
Written 9 June 2019
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KaitlynAbbott
Bonavista, Canada287 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
When I arrived at the pickup point I discovered I was the only person on the tour that day. I was quite surprised the tour hadn't been cancelled since 2 other tours I had booked (different company) had been cancelled to low booking numbers.
I had a fantastic day touring Wales. I learned a ton and saw lots of exciting sights. I'm so glad I booked with Roam Wales and hope to book with them again next time I'm in the U.K.
I had a fantastic day touring Wales. I learned a ton and saw lots of exciting sights. I'm so glad I booked with Roam Wales and hope to book with them again next time I'm in the U.K.
Written 11 April 2019
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Hello Kaitlyn
Thanks so much for the lovely review. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your tour with us and that you had a fantastic day seeing the sights.
We'd love to welcome you on another tour, should you visit Wales on another trip.
Thanks again for the review,
Hector
Written 9 June 2019
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I noticed that the cost of admissions to the castles was not included in the roam Wales tour of castle mountains and more. can anyone tell me how much general admission is for the 3 castle entry?
Written 22 June 2018
Hector Smith
Cardiff, United Kingdom
Hi Bonitapinto,
Of course, happy to help.
On the Castles, Mountains & More tour we drive around Cardiff Castle as opposed to entering the castle so there is no entry cost associated with this part of the tour.
When we reach Castell Coch you have the option of admission, which is paid directly to them at a cost of £6.90 each for Adults.
Caerphilly Castle operates in a similar way and the charge for admission here is £8.50 each for Adults.
Both Castell Coch & Caerphilly Castle offer Family tickets, and reduced prices for students, which dependent on the numbers in your party may be a better option.
Hope this helps.
Hector
Written 24 June 2018
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